Automatic topology generation for multiblock grids (Q1207817)

A multiblock grid generation procedure is presented that is capable of constructing grid topologies that are locally consistent with the geometrical topology of each component of the configuration. An automatic method of subdividing the flow domain into blocks has been developed. This procedure has been interfaced with a method of grid control that ensures that the grids generated have a suitable grid point distribution. The method is flexible and is applicable to all components of an aircraft configuration. Illustrations of the use of the method are presented, including application to a wing-fuselage-foreplane-pylon-store geometry.